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CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: Javier Burkle’s dining room is awash with details like gold centerpieces perfect for entertaining. (PHOTO: COSTA CHRIST) Les Owens’ backyard and loggia is an entertainer’s dream year round with a pool and outdoor living space complete with a fireplace. (PHOTO: COSTA CHRIST) Nora Clark’s kitchen is the heart of her home with a large, multipurpose island ideal for everything from family meals to working on homework. (PHOTO: JULIA NEWMAN) Lisa Henderson’s children’s bathroom is full of details like whimsical wallpaper to suit
her children’s style. (PHOTO: DANNY PIASSICK)
WHAT MAKES A HOUSE A HOME?
Agents, builders, interior design professionals talk favorite spaces
By Rachel Snyder rachel.snyder@peoplenewspapers.com
Personal touches make a house a home. We asked real estate agents, builders, and interior design professionals who live and work in the Park Cities and Preston Hollow neighborhoods about the details that make their favorite spaces in their homes.
Javier Burkle
Owner and principal designer, Burkle Creative Favorite Space: Dining Room
“I love my whole home, but for me, nothing compares to the dining room. We love to entertain friends and family, and we always set the table for a seated dinner in the dining room following cocktails. Our friends love our “golden egg” dinner parties — where the Christofle signature gold cutlery is the theme and centerpiece. I was inspired by intimate, cozy conversations, and evenings when I designed the room. From the mix of furniture, art, and vintage and antique pieces to my favorite Ralph Lauren chandelier, the room is very atmospheric — down to the hand-drawn ceiling by local artist Ashley Braithwaite. The room is versatile, functional, and above all, a beautiful, cozy spot to gather our favorite people for memorable meals and evenings together.”
Les Owens
Founder, LRO Residential Favorite Spaces: Loggia
“My favorite room in my house is not a room at all but open space. I love our loggia/pool and yard. We spend so much time outside year-round, and this area was a major focus when designing the home. I wanted a very large living space; chairs and couch, with room for a large dining table and another space to cook and have dinner/drinks by the grill. We have heaters, (a) fireplace, and (air conditioner) on the loggia, so it’s truly a yearround space.”
Lisa Henderson
Founder, Lisa Henderson Interiors Favorite Space: Children’s Bathroom
“This may not be a traditional or typical response, but my favorite space in my home is my kids’ bathroom. This space was really tricky to conceptualize because it is a jackand-jill bathroom that my son and daughter share, and I wanted it to be a unique space that they both loved. In the beginning stages of the design process, I knew I wanted a classic tile that would stand the test of time paired with a fun wallpaper. After tirelessly looking, I wasn’t finding the right print that jumped out at me, but once I found this wallpaper by artist Carly Beck for the Wallshoppe, I didn’t hesitate to purchase it. Not only does it have endless character and detail throughout, but my kids are big animal lovers, and I knew it would add that special touch for the end result I was searching for.”
Nora Clark
Agent, Allie Beth Allman and Associates Favorite Space: Kitchen
“The kitchen will forever remain the anchor in any house. It is where people naturally gather. The space needs to be both functional and presentational. When looking at changes to increase your home value, the kitchen will almost always have the largest return on investment. In my home, the kitchen island functions as our family dining table, homework desk, buffet, and even bar when guests come over. Different trending spaces may come and go, but the kitchen is the classic staple in any home.”
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Kips Bay Decorator House Returns to Dallas This Preston Hollow home will open in September to celebrate design
Maria Lawson maria.lawson@peoplenewspapers.com
The Kips Bay Decorator Show House is celebrating its third year in Dallas from Sept. 23 to Oct. 23.
The show house program, started 48 years ago in Manhattan, celebrates the art of interior design by turning a luxury home into an exhibition of furnishings, art, and technology.
The space selected for Dallas’ show house boasts 12,470 square feet on a wooded, two-acre lot in Sunnybrook Estates. The main home has five bedrooms, six full bathrooms, and two half baths. There are also sun-laden living spaces with glass walls, outdoor lounge areas, and a live creek that flows through the landscape. Also found on the property are a four-car garage, motor court, swimming pool, deck, and pool house.
The Preston Hollow home was selected for its “wow factor” and ability to house the work of about 25 designers, said Nazira Handal, director of special events and
This Preston Hollow home was selected to be the Kips Bay Decorator House for its space and the owners’ willingness to welcome 25
designers and their creative carte blanche. (PHOTO: COURTESY KIPS BAY BOYS & GIRLS CLUB)
corporate partnerships for the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club, Inc.
“Kips Bay Dallas 2022 will no doubt impress everyone who enters the property,” Handal said. “The scale of the home and the property is much bigger than previous years. The spaces are generous and have amazing views to the property, which is situated on a creek with two rear gardens.”
The concept was started by supporters of the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club to raise money for after-school programs in New York City. Since its 1973 start, the New York house has remained an annual occurrence, with a Palm Beach home added in 2017 and a Dallas one in 2020.
Along with the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club, this year’s Dallas show house will also benefit Dwell with Dignity (a nonprofit that creates soothing homes for families facing homelessness and poverty) and The Crystal Charity Ball (an organization that aims to support and contribute to Dallas County children’s charities).
“This is such an important event for the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club and the design industry alike,” said Dan Quintero, the executive director of the Kips Bay Boys & Girls Club. “We couldn’t be more excited to welcome the Dallas community to the Kips Bay Decorator Show House Dallas again this year and continue to raise critical funding for our kids and community.”
This year’s Dallas rendition of Kips Bay Decorator Show House is chaired by Jean Liu, Chad Dorsey, and Jan Showers, along with vice chairs Laura Falconer and Trish Sheats. The honorary chairs include Jamie Drake and Steele Marcoux.
AT A GLANCE
When: Sept. 23-Oct. 23 Where: 9250 Meadowbrook Drive Tickets: $40 ($300 for the Sept. 22 opening day celebration) Online: kipsbaydecoratorshowhouse.org
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When thinking about turning your backyard into an outdoor oasis, here are a few ideas to consider before you start calling contractors. First, clarify what you expect
SHERRY AND PAUL ZUCH to accom plish. -
Are you looking to add a basic outdoor grilling center with a beverage refrigerator and a beer tap? Or are you looking to create an outdoor living structure with a chef’s kitchen, alfresco dining space, cozy fireplace, well-appointed bar, resort-style pool, and new landscaping?
Adding a grilling center is reasonably easy to plan and certainly more budget-friendly than an outdoor living space.
If you envision creating an outdoor space as an extension of your house, you’ll need to engage a builder and architect with extensive knowledge and experience in these complex projects.
If a new pool and landscape are part of the reimagined outdoor oasis, it’s critical for the pool builder and landscape designer to be part of the team early in the process.
Having a realistic budget and timeline for designing and constructing your project is essential. Nobody wins when you invest significant time and money planning your new outdoor space only to discover the project cost is considerably beyond your budget. A seasoned builder can provide you with expected budget ranges and timelines for your project.
A trend we are seeing is the desire to add features that extend the use and functionality of outdoor spaces in all seasons.
Texas’ extreme summer heat can make entertaining outside unbearable without adequate air circulation and integrated cooling systems.
Those pesky insects can also put a damper on outdoor enjoyment, so you might want to add automatic roller screens cleverly disguised into the new structure.
Winter months can be cold without ample heating systems to make your outdoor space warm and cozy.
Incorporating these features requires a careful site evaluation of the existing utilities to ensure your home has the capacity to power and fuel the proposed equipment.
Outdoor kitchens often include features similar to those found inside but with a caveat: Products used in outdoor spaces must be designed to perform in that environment.
Cabinets are no exception to this rule and should be made of weather-resistant materials like stainless steel, PVC, or masonry.
A traditional bar with custom backlit Onyx table [above] and floor-to-ceiling retractable glass doors enhance these
spaces. (PHOTOS: KEN VAUGHAN/VAUGHAN CREATIVE MEDIA)
Audio, video, and lighting automation — all controlled by your phone or tablet — also play a significant role in outdoor spaces.
There’s nothing like watching a ball game or listening to favorite music while setting light levels for entertainment or relaxation.
The key to a successful space is proper planning.
Sherry and Paul Zuch are partners with Alair Homes Dallas|Zuch, a building, remodeling, and renovating company. Visit www.alairzuch.com.
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Room with a View
1918 Olive Street #1501
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Charming University Park
4044 Hanover Street
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SOLD in University Park
3005 Rosedale Avenue — SOLD
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Stunning Home, Boone Elementary
7214 Colgate Avenue
Offered for $2,375,000 HPISD / 4 Bed / Playroom / Outdoor Living / Pool
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Erin Allen is the public relations and communications manager for JPI, a multifamily developer and builder that has completed or is in development on more than 342 projects with more than 100,000 units in 141 cities spanning 27 states and Canada.
JPI’s primary markets are Dallas-Fort Worth, southern California, and Phoenix, Arizona.
One of the ways JPI is giving back to the Dallas-Fort Worth community is by participating in Parade of Playhouses, which is open at NorthPark Center through July 31.
During the signature fundraiser for Dallas CASA, shoppers can view and buy raffle tickets for a chance to win custom-built children’s playhouses. Dallas CASA trains and supervises community volunteers who advocate for the best interests of children removed from unsafe homes.
Tell us about the JPI team.
Our team is comprised of peers and colleagues who hold a shared passion for community service. We are proud to represent a company who encourages and sponsors community service to improve the lives of our community members. Our team represents different skills and talents in the construction sector. Our combined 50+ years of construction experience will help us construct a quality and safe treehouse for young kids to enjoy for years. Here’s who we are: Anish Joseph – senior design manager, Leny Navarrette – construction trainer, Mariana Abud – quality control director, Jennifer Wright – risk management coordinator, Edward Avila – preconstruction manager, Victoria Sum – preconstruction coordinator, and Duane Ford – assistant design manager.
How did you become involved with Dallas CASA and the Parade of Playhouses?
To promote community service across the company, JPI sponsors a “Community Involvement” affinity group that includes employees from across the organization. Members of this affinity group are encouraged to seek out organizations, charities, and fundraisers that resonate with their values and inspire them to get involved!
Like Dallas CASA, JPI aims to provide a sense of safety, comfort, and belonging to community members. The Parade of Playhouses seemed like a fantastic cause paired with a fantastic opportunity to put our construction abilities to the test.
A special thank you to Victoria Sum, Mariana Abud, Edward Avilla, Pani Sedighzadeh, Anish Joseph, Jennifer Wright, Leny Navarrette, and the rest of the Community Involvement team for their pre-work in bringing this project to life.
What is your outlook on the Dallas market?
People from across the country are moving to Texas — DFW specifically, to take advantage of all the opportunities in this market. We feel fortunate to be in the
Team members from multifamily developer and builder JPI used their skills for Dallas CASA’s Parade of Playhouses. FROM LEFT: Anish Joseph, Leny Navarrette, Mariana Abud, Jennifer Wright, Edward Avila, and Victoria Sum. NOT PICTURED:
Duane Ford. (PHOTOS: ROSANNE LEWIS/ DALLAS CASA AND COURTESY JPI)
multifamily sector during this season and view it as an opportunity to provide quality homes for all members of the community. As the area continues to grow and expand, unique and vibrant sub-communities are born. JPI is committed to serving these communities as they exist today and hopefully making them better for the future. – Compiled by Rachel Snyder
Where, Oh Where Have My Market Numbers Gone?
For years People Newspapers has run real estate market numbers quarterly, breaking out such details as sales, median price, and days on market for the Park Cities and Preston Hollow.
But the report we got those numbers from is no more.
David Blake, chief technology officer for the North Texas Real Estate Information Systems Inc., said the area breakdowns the newspapers drew on before had been “phased out.”
“So, any reports using area would not be up to date,” he added. However, Blake directed us to other reports that could provide quality information to share in future issues – perhaps more detailed for the Park Cities and more general for Dallas. We’ll study those and devise a plan for revising real estate coverage. I appreciate your patience.
– William Taylor
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